The Women’s Fund of Essex County
Supports Essex County nonprofits advancing gender-specific programs to address systemic inequities and improve the lives of women and girls.
Funder: Essex County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 total per award (over 3 years); multi-year grants only
Summary: Supports Essex County, MA nonprofits delivering gender-specific programs addressing systemic inequities for women and girls.
Key Information: Forecasted cycle—dates and details may shift; funds must be spent within Essex County, MA.
Description
The program provides annual, competitive, multi-year grants to nonprofit organizations serving women and girls in Essex County, Massachusetts. The focus is on supporting gender-specific programs that address systemic inequities, such as racial or gender-based disparities, economic empowerment, health, social justice, academic achievement, and leadership development. Grants are intended to maximize the impact of nonprofit programs and services that improve the lives of women and girls in the region.
